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Sarah is extraordinary guide. Knowledgable, acutely organized, extremely personable, went above and beyond tour for us.
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Private tour in Edinburgh Sarah C
Full Day Tour of Edinburgh's Old and New Town
5.0
(17) reviews
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6 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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6 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Sarah C.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Sarah, I am a qualified Blue Badge tour guide in English and Italian, part of the Scottish Tourist Guides Association. My main passions are history, human beings and storytelling, that is why I became a tour guide. Being empathetic is a fundamental skill when working with people, that is why my tours are different according to the age, nationality, and needs of my customers. Delivering tours, for me, means also to have a good time and my enjoyment is infectious! Edinburgh is a vibrant jewel immersed in history and culture and it will be my pleasure to share it with you. My fortes are completely customised walking tours: from 3 hours to all day or days, I take people around and make them discover this marvellous city, through my eyes. All my tours can be customised to meet your personal interests and needs. Qualified Blue Badge tour guide Member of the Scottish Tourist Guides Association (STGA) Member of the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations Member of the European Federation of Tourist Guide Associations Certified WorldHost Excellent Customer Service Certified Virtual Tour Guide with G-Guide Academy Trained Storyteller
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Enjoy a History Walking Tour Discovering the Best of Edinburgh
Overview of your Edinburgh tour
In this 6 hour private tour together we will enjoy a wonderful day discovering all the highlights of the New and the Old Town, which make Edinburgh a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will start with the New Town, its regal streets, elegant buildings and squares. Then, we will go down to Princes Street Gardens were a lake used to be and climb one of the most breathtaking hills of the city. We will visit graveyards full of mysteries and dark history and hear about faithful dogs, courageous and unlucky monarchs and magical schools (for Harry Potter fans, I will include some special stops). We will end the tour in front of the magnificent Edinburgh Castle.
Recent Reviews
Michele K.
Sarah organized a fantastic walking tour starting from our hotel to the castle, down the Royal Mile to the Palace. She is a wealth of knowledge about the city and history. She was very considerate of our needs including making sure we went at a pace that was conducive for both of us and she made sure to take advantage of our preference for shade when it was unusually hot. She also ensured there were opportunities to get water, food, use facilities, etc. She customized the tour to the types of sites we wanted to see and learn more about. She was truly a pleasure to spend the day with and her passion for Edinburgh is infectious. I highly recommend Sarah.
Sharon S.
Sarah is an amazing guide! This was our first visit to Edinburgh, and we really didn’t know where to start. It was our first day and we spent it all with Sarah, and she helped us understand the lay of the land and everything we needed to know about the city to prepare us for the rest of our stay here. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the history, culture, and geography—-and had many interesting stories to share. She has a vibrant and fun personality. Truly a charming person to spend the day with. We loved every minute of it and cannot recommend Sarah highly enough!
William T.United States
Thank you, Sarah, for a splendid day walking and talking through the streets of Edinburgh. Sarah is professional, knowledgeable, flexible, and accommodating. Most importantly, she is a warm and passionate guide who's enthusiasm for her adopted home really shines through. Book with confidence!
Elizabeth M.United States
Sarah is extremely warm and friendly, and clearly has a deep love for Edinburgh. She has a great knowledge of Scottish and English history that she threading throughout the tour as we walked. Sarah also curated the tour to ensure that we hit parts that were of particular interest to us. Thank you Sarah!
Tony R.United States
I have taken many tours in many countries and Sarah is the best of them all. She is not only a wonderful guide but a beautiful soul as well. Her energy, enthusiasm and humor made the tour an unforgettable experience. If you are visiting Scotland I urge you to consider Sarah. It will be the best travel decision you'll ever make.
Your Edinburgh tour itinerary
The tour will be as followed: - Highlights of the New Town, including Charlotte Square and George Street and Princes Street and the Gardens. - After that we will visit Calton Hill, New Scottish Parliament (from outside) and the Royal Mile, exploring some hidden alleys with secret gardens. - We will see the father of the Scottish Reformation's house (from outside). - We will visit the magnificent Cathedral (if open). - Then cut down to a narrow alley and reach the Grassmarket. - Finally visit the most important monumental graveyard in the city. - We will end the tour in front of Edinburgh Castle. This is a suggested itinerary, let me know what you would like to see and do and I will customize the tour accordingly.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking tour.
What's included
Other: My service as a fully accredited tour guide
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Lunch & Drinks.
- Entrance fee to any attraction (if applicable).
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
17 Charlotte Square, Scotland, Scotland, EH2 4DJ, United Kingdom
ByGuide: In front of the West Register House, Charlotte Square, 17 Charlotte Square, Postcode EH2 4DF or hotel lobby (if close to the city centre)
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
394997
Languages
English
ItalianActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Edinburgh best suited for?
This private tour in Edinburgh is perfect for history enthusiasts, Harry Potter fans, and anyone interested in exploring the rich heritage of Edinburgh's Old and New Towns. It's also suitable for families with kids, as the tour is kid-friendly and involves light walking.
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6 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Tour date
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6 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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